Cancer: An Alien Spicy Novella (3)

The Zodiac Brides #3

by Laetitia Aldin

Tamara has finally managed to escape.

Trading one abusive man for an unknown, alien one, might not sound like the smartest decision, but it's the first choice she got to make for herself in a long time.

Her new arranged husband can't be worst than the one she ran away from...

Filbur has always loved learning new things about the other species, and he can't wait to get his loving hands on his new human bride...

She'll finally have the love and protection she always craved.

Genres: Aliens, Monster Romance, Novella, Fantasy

161 pages, Paperback

Published June 21, 2026

Reviews

[Victoria Werngreen · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75⭐️ this is such a bingable novella series🤭

2/5 🌶️

[Georgie Kostic · Rating 5 out of 5]

5⭐️
2🌶️

i am eating this series up, i absolutely love how Filbur wanted to be there for her and help her through her past trauma breaks my heart that she went through a horrible relationship but he instantly made her trust him and i found that so incredibly special

i also love how we get to see how the other brides are doing and who the next bride will be, i’m excited to read sylo and luna’s book next, i feel like the chemistry in this series is top tier so it will be another 5 star book, i did read this under 24 hours and will definitely do it again 🤣

‘He might be red but he’s the greenest of flags.’ damn right he is!!, when he kept saying i’m sorry omg heart clenching moment

“she is so pretty, i think i could just stand here and look at her for hours”😭😭💗

👽~alien romance
✅~green flag mmc
💍~arranged marriage
❤️‍🩹~past trauma
🏠~forced proximity
🌸~virgin
👀~eyes on me
🧑‍🏫~he teaches her

[Natalia · Rating 2.5 out of 5]

Filbur was an absolute darling, so scared his bride wasn't going to like how he looks, wanting to take care of her, make sure she is happy and safe.

His bride was definitely not prepared for his wholesomeness, escaping a really bad situation coming to this? Girl thought she was getting pranked, hallucinating. As she finally started to relax and fall in love we saw them together absolutely cuties, then their chem while intimate? Damnnnnnn

The gossip time for all the brides? All the monster grooms just waiting for them, it was so delightful seeing all the grooms gossiping themselves.

[⋆ ˚｡⋆୨ Jinx Reads ୧⋆ ˚｡⋆ · Rating 4 out of 5]

{4.0 Stars}

This was, yet again, a very short, yet very cute read! I love this series like crazy although this one was more of a miss for me.

I loved Tamara a lot and I liked that she was reticent about having an alien husband yet not, she had a lot of contradictions and it was refreshing to see a character so conflicted.

I also think Filbur was an interesting character, but he was underdevelopped. What we know about him is that he is a red man that sometimes turns purple when horny and a healer. His cock also has soft spikes.

He is attentionate and caring as well, but I don't think that this book had the lenght to properly show a good relationship between a traumatised women and an alien. I think that the plot point about her ex coming to get her back should have either been erased from the story to focus more of them and their relationship and how they are going to overcome her trauma or the book should have been longer to accomodate all the plot points well.

[Ana ♉️✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely devoured this in one afternoon! These short novellas have become my favourite because they’re perfect when I’m in the mood for a quick, fun, and spicy read. This one delivered on all three, and I was so happy to see my baby Ghouri again too. 🥰

Filbur was such a sweetheart I loved him so much. He was incredibly caring, passionate, and attentive with Tamara, and their chemistry was so much fun to read. This was such an enjoyable, feel-good read from start to finish!

One of my favourite scenes was when they met up with the others for their monthly check-up and everyone (the males) became fascinated by the idea of gossip. That had me laughing so hard! 🤣

Now I’m even more excited to see what Leo brings to the table next!

[Catte Coelho · Rating 3 out of 5]

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Another sweet monster romance by Laetitia, and honestly? I’m completely here for it.

At this point, I think this author could make me fall in love with absolutely any creature she wanted.

Filbur?

I’m obsessed.

He was so unbelievably sweet, patient, caring… and before I even realized it, I was completely in love with him.

Protect this cinnamon roll at all costs.

But one of my favorite things about this series is seeing all the previous couples again. Every new book feels like coming home, and I love watching these relationships continue to grow beyond their own stories.

And can we PLEASE talk about them passing books around just to learn more about the human women?

I was kicking my feet and giggling through those scenes.

They were adorable.

Funny.

Ridiculously wholesome.

These books continue to be the perfect comfort reads, and every new couple somehow manages to steal a little piece of my heart.

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Mais um romance de monstros da Laetitia e, honestamente? Estou completamente rendida.

Nesta altura, acho que esta autora conseguia fazer-me apaixonar por qualquer criatura que inventasse.

O Filbur?

Estou completamente rendida.

É tão querido, tão paciente, tão atencioso… que dei por mim completamente apaixonada sem sequer perceber quando aconteceu.

Protejam este homem a todo o custo.

Mas uma das coisas de que mais gosto nesta série é voltar a encontrar os casais dos livros anteriores. Cada novo livro sabe um bocadinho a regresso a casa, e adoro ver estas relações continuarem a crescer para lá da sua própria história.

E podemos, por favor, falar da cena em que eles andam a passar livros uns aos outros só para perceberem melhor as mulheres humanas?

Eu estava literalmente aos risinhos.

Foi adorável.

Foi divertido.

E deixou-me completamente derretida.

Esta série continua a ser o tipo de leitura perfeita para aquecer o coração, e, de alguma forma, cada novo casal consegue conquistar mais um bocadinho do meu.

[✧༺Saby༻∞ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4/5 Stars!!

Characters: 8/10
Storyline: 8/10

This has to be my favorite book in the series so far!! I absolutely love Filbur and Tamara and how their relationship bloomed. It started from an anxiety and misunderstanding-filled situation to something that's so carefree and calm. Filbur, the man you are, was genuinely so sweet throughout the entire book. I kept a lookout for mini red flags, but this man was green everywhere -even if he's actually red- and ensured my girl knew she could be happy and cared for. As for Tamara, my heart genuinely broke for her throughout the whole book. Watching her come out of her shell and slowly heal from the trauma and ptsd of her parents and her ex was so breathtaking. NOW THAT'S A GIRL GLOWING UP!!! The fact that Jake and her parents tried to pull off what they did is so mind-boggling to me, like she didn't even sign it damn. They genuinely irritated tf out of me, but in the end my babies got together, are happy, and will be having kids soon.

A small detail that I am starting to absolutely adore is how the girls are all building a friendship with each other during their monthly meetings, and I truly hope they keep doing that and actually start the club Melanie suggested.

[Estante da Vani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cancer was the most emotional book in the series for me so far. It completely broke my heart. Watching the heroine escape an abusive marriage and a deeply oppressive religious environment, where her own family treated her as something to be traded away, was heartbreaking. Seeing her slowly heal and discover what it truly means to be loved, respected, and understood made every emotional moment worth it.

I especially loved how the romance wasn't just about falling in love—it was about finding safety, trust, and the freedom to finally be herself. Her journey felt incredibly powerful, and I found myself tearing up more than once. It was also such a joy to see characters from the previous books make appearances, making the series feel even more connected. This novella beautifully balances romance, healing, and hope, and it has become one of my favorites in the Zodiac Brides series.

[Rima-Chan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one is my favourite of The Zodiac Brides series so far! Filbur is such a dedicated cutie. Perfect husband material. I just loved the way he took his time to understand her and help her heal and feel at home.
And the new tradition of gifting the human book to the next one is hilarious.😂 Poor Geminis 🙈. How could they simply forget them.

Hyped for the next books. Though I'm a bit scared of the giant bug planet? 😂🙈 And I definitely need to know what's with the brewing riots on the Scorpio planet.

[DarkMoonWitch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ok I think Cancer has become a fast fave in this series so far. Filbur's emotional intelligence, thoughtfulness and care alone is 5-stars, not to mention his delightful obsessiveness over discovering Tammy is a squirter 😆

I'me devouring these novellas like a fiend, and highkey wishing a real Zodiac bride programme actually existed bc I'd be one of the first signing up. Also the gossip sessions between the ladies and their husbands –albeit separately– are hilarious. Onto Leo next!

[Yara flores · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dios mío, ha sido como una curita en el corazón. A pesar de lo traumatizada que estaba la FMC me encantó que él la ayudara a encontrar su voz interior y a sanar poco a poco.

Me encantó el capítulo casi final donde por fin se reúnen los primeros libros, siento que es como cerrar una etapa porque comienza una nueva con Leo… Aunque he de decir que tengo demasiada curiosidad por escorpio desde que lo nombraron en el primer libro

Aunque, un poco raro el constante squirt jajaja

[Nita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved

I love this little novella. It gives you all the feels. It was so good seeing Tammy get the love and respect and cherishment that she deserved from Filbur. I love how he was just immediately on board with giving her everything she needed and working with her to get to a point where she felt safe.

[Eryn Uribe · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was so much fun and adorable!

I really enjoyed a few moments with it, but I think I liked the first two books more. Maybe it was because this one didn’t have as large of a storyline. Still, I really love seeing the characters from the other books all interacting!

Also, a big shoutout to the cancer men—they’re the best <3 The MMC was so sweet!!

[Jasmine · Rating 4 out of 5]

˗ˏˋ˗ˏ 4 🌟 ● 2.5 🌶

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Third book in the series that was a smash. These are so easy to read, and so fun to read to that. Especially after the few books I've read earlier this week.

Just a smutty little novella, and i am definitely not mad at all. Excited to see how the Leo book goes next month!

[Alex · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fun read. I wish I hadn’t discovered this series unfinished as I want to binge them all. I love the characters and each story could be fleshed out more for sure but they’re a fun ride and I will 100% continue the series when they’re released. Laetitia is a auto buy author for me

[Amber Jayne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Honestly this series is so fun and easy to binge read if you in the mood for something interesting and easy to read. I like the concept of the planets, this was probably my favourite one for far Filbur was so cute and caring.

[Franchesca Santos · Rating 4 out of 5]

💦🦀 iykyk

[Hannah Avendaño · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m enjoying this series, I just wish they were full length novels instead of novelas. They could add so much more depth and interest that way. Fun, quick reads though.

[Luna · Rating 5 out of 5]

"I want you by my side every time you want to be." stole my heart, not gonna lie ❤️

[Krista · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one was good, but not quite as fun for me as the others!

[Maddy Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loving this series

[Sadie Books · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.7⭐️
Si me gustó pero hasta ahora es mi menos favorito, aunque creo que desde el inicio le tuve idea y no convencía tanto.
Pero si esta bueno y la trama me gustó.

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

Keep ‘em coming.

[Nabz · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didnt like the dude

[Maya Fischer · Rating 3.5 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

This is a fun series and I enjoy these for what they are - a totally chaotic vibes read with incredibly green flag MMCs and fun alien spice.

I do think they all so far could use one final edit as every edition has minor typos, but it doesn't detract from the reading experience.

A good way to waste some time on a Sunday :)

[suds · Rating 3.75 out of 5]

3.8 ⭐️